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Business Plan Template for a Startup Business
To increase your odds of a successful business startup, download this step-by-step business plan template you can use to plan for your new business. Read more
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Startup Expenses
Nearly everyone who has ever started a business has underestimated the costs, and then faced the danger of running with inadequate capital reserves. The key to avoiding this... Read more
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Simple Steps for Starting Your Business: Module 1 - Startup Basics
If you’re thinking about starting your own business, this module will teach you the basics. You will learn whether business ownership is right for you. Read more
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Preparing for your SCORE Appointment
Preparing for your appointment is optional, but if you do a little beforehand it greatly enhances the effectiveness of your mentoring session and you maximize the mentor’s ability... Read more
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Strategic Thinking
Slide presentation outlining key considerations in strategic thinking for your business. Read more
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Personal Financial Statement
This Excel spreadsheet is a template for creating a personal financial statement. Read more
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NITEC Forum Guideline
Developed by the Northern Illinois Technology Enterprise Center, Entrepreneurs should use this outline when seeking investor funding. Read more
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Buying a Small Business
The advantages to purchasing an existing business- plus steps to take during the process. Read more
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Understanding Credit Scoring
Credit worthiness is evaluated by lending institutions with the assistance of credit scoring. Read more
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The ABCs of Borrowing (through traditional lenders)
This article describes types of lending available through traditional sources, and what lenders will be evaluating. Read more
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Choosing the Right Bank
What to know in choosing a financial institution. What to look for and what services are offered. Read more